Home buying in Crystal Falls Leander - Congrats Sherry and Paul

A double closing! Sherry and Paul sold their home in Rattan Creek/ Milwood and bought a new home built by James Giddens in Crystal Falls, Leander. A double closing does have it's challenges but it can be done and I can help. Call me at 512-589-7988 if you want to sell a home and buy another. And remember to ask about the discount I provide for a double closing.

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7608 Windrush - SOLD

Congrats to Sherry and Paul! Selling and buying a house can be a challenge but that's what these sellers did and we were able to get it all worked out with a 3 day lease-back allowing them time to move. We funded this morning on the sale of this home in the northwest Austin neighborhood of Rattan Creek/Milwood and this afternoon we will close on a purchase.

If you are thinking of selling and buying, there are strategy options and I'm available to help you figure out which is best for you and help you successful relocate to a new home. Call me at 512-589-7988 to schedule an appointment.

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Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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January 2014 Market Statistics for Austin Area

1,449 – Single-family homes sold, UP 4% from January 2013
$211,800 – Median price for single-family homes, UP 7% from January 2013.
4,591 – Active single-family home listings on the market, DOWN 7% from January 2013.

It's still a strong market because inventory is so low. Most properties are selling for more than asking price with multiple offers from which the seller could choose so the average buyer should prepare to pay more. And although the average days on market is 63 which includes less popular out-lying areas and depressed properties, those that are in good condition, in desirable areas and properly marketed through a REALTOR will sell within 5 days.

For information on pricing and selling your house or to negotiate the twists and turns of purchasing in this hot market, call me at 512-589-7988.

If you are considering moving to Austin, I can help you with the transition. Call my office to schedule a time to talk - 512-589-7988.

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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Searching for Homes in Austin

When searching for homes in the Austin area, austinhomesearch.com is the best resource because it is the consumer companion to MLS and is monitored by the Austin Board of REALTORS.

Things have changed so much since I first became a REALTOR and consumers could not shop on-line but relied on the REALTOR® to direct them to potential properties of interest. Most buyers love shopping on-line and if they do, I rely on them to identify the properties they would like to see.

According to data compiled for the NAR 2013 Profile of Homebuyers and Sellers:
92% of buyers used the Internet to search for homes in 2013.
43% of buyers found the house they purchased on the Internet in 2013.
33% of buyers found the house they purchased through a REALTOR®.
88% of buyers used a real estate agent to make the purchase their home in 2013.

If you are considering moving to Austin, I can help you with the transition. Call my office to schedule a time to talk - 512-589-7988.

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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Hiring a Conractor

Have you seen my enewsletter. It is full of useful information for homebuyers, homesellers and homeowners. Below is a link to the latest edition.

View the February issue of Robin's online newsletter: Hiring a Contractor.

If you are considering moving to Austin, I can help you with the transition. Call my office to schedule a time to talk - 512-589-7988.

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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Building a New Home in Cedar Park

We had been in our home for 23 years! As much as we love it, our needs had changed. While looking for a neighborhood for a buyer, I came across one that I thought would be just right for me and my husband, John. Reserve at Brushy Creek.

We didn't want to move much further out of the Austin area than our current home, but we wanted a one-story and a 3-car garage. This neighborhood provided that plus it is a small subdivision with a pool and across the street from a huge sports park with a playground, sports fields and miles of hike/bike trails along the creek. Fun for us and the grandkids!

First we established a budget. Then we researched the neighborhood of choice and builder. We looked at the available floorplans that met our criteria and lots on which the floorplan would fit. We looked at the standard features and available upgrades. We signed a contract agreement.

If you would be interested in becoming a neighbor, call or email me and I'd can show you the neighborhood, homes and help you buy in my new neighborhood.

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Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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Free Home Staging Ideas

Sure there are improvements you can make to a home to make it more desirable to a buyer but what can you do without spending any money?
There are 3 really important things you can do that won't cost you anything.

1. You are going to have to pack up everything to move anyway so start now. Pack up clothes that are out of season, old toys, hobbies you can put on hold, books, excess furniture, family photos. Keep the amount of "stuff" in the rooms at a minimum to increase the flow and make the rooms look larger. You can sore everything in boxes in your garage but be sure not to block access to the attic, waterheater or garage doors. Declutter!

2. Consider what a difference a clean house makes to you. Buyers are even pickier. In addition to sweeping, mopping, washing dishes and dusting, be sure to clean the blades on the ceiling fan, clean the baseboards, run oranges through the garbage disposer, empty garbage containers, plus pick and deodorize pet areas. Clean, clean, clean!

3. The yard is the first and last impression. Make sure it is mowed, edged, trimmed and raked. Also be sure to sweep walkways and clean around the doors. Boost your curb appeal!

If you are considering moving to Austin, I can help you with the transition. Call my office to schedule a time to talk - 512-589-7988.

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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Buying or selling? Hire an experienced professional. Call Robin Scott, Broker at 512.589.7988.

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